Is New Album a good place to start with Boris?

Yes, New Album is recommended as a starting point for new Boris listeners. A swirling amalgam of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies that oscillate between chaos and tranquility. In 2011, Boris was at a pivotal point in their career, following the acclaimed release of 'Attention Please' (2010) and the experimental 'Heavy Rocks' (2002). 'New Album' represents a deepening of their sonic explorations, merging elements of drone metal with more melodic and structured compositions. This album continued to establish them as innovative forces in the noise rock and experimental scenes.

Who is New Album for?

New Album works well if you're into hypnotic rhythms for deep focus, dynamic peaks and valleys and immersive soundscapes for exploration.

How many songs are on New Album?

New Album has 10 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

New Album

Boris · 2011

50 min · 10 tracks · noise rock

A swirling amalgam of heavy riffs and ethereal melodies that oscillate between chaos and tranquility.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Flare Start here — Opening with an explosive energy, this track juxtaposes heavy guitar riffs with dynamic shifts in tempo, setting the tone for the album's adventurous spirit.
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Luna — This lengthy piece embodies the album's exploration of atmospheric soundscapes, featuring haunting vocals intertwined with expansive instrumentation that captures listeners' imaginations.
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Looprider — Closing out the album, this track showcases a mesmerizing repetition that evolves throughout its duration, encapsulating the essence of Boris's signature sound while leaving a lasting impression.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends heavy riffs with ethereal melodies, showcasing strong composition and craft.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature heavy guitar riffs that create a dense wall of sound, while the fourth track introduces a softer, more melodic approach.
Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that allow for gradual build-ups and shifts in dynamics.
The album closes with a lengthy track that combines elements of both chaos and tranquility, creating a sense of resolution.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

hypnotic rhythms for deep focus
dynamic peaks and valleys
immersive soundscapes for exploration
patient builds with rewarding crescendos

Maybe skip if you

seekers of instant gratification
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Represents a solid entry in their catalog, but not widely recognized as essential.
Themes: sonic exploration· ethereal soundscapes· heavy riffs· dynamic shifts
Career context: In 2011, Boris was at a pivotal point in their career, following the acclaimed release of 'Attention Please' (2010) and the experimental 'Heavy Rocks' (2002). 'New Album' represents a deepening of their sonic explorations, merging elements of drone metal with more melodic and structured compositions. This album continued to establish them as innovative forces in the noise rock and experimental scenes.
Stylistic neighbors: EARTH· Sleep· Pelican